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MCK EV/EBITDA Analysis

16.3x

Updated 6h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The current EV/EBITDA of 15.5x means investors pay 15.5 times McKesson's operating profit (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) for the whole company, a common measure of valuation.

Sector Performance

62th percentile

MCK

16.3x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

16.1x(Sep 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

This is above the sector median of 13.6x, placing McKesson at the 58th percentile among sector peers, so it is priced higher than most comparable companies. The metric is stable over the last 8 quarters, with no year-over-year change available and a quarter-over-quarter decline of -3.0% from 16.0x to 15.5x. A higher valuation level combined with a stable trend suggests the stock is neither cheap nor under pressure, implying a balanced risk profile where upside may be limited but downside is also not indicated by the valuation. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the premium to peers is modest and the stability offers no clear catalyst for re-rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about MCK?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

Who are MCK's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: SMTC (76.6x), SHOP (80.2x), OKTA (83.5x), TEAM (101.4x), STEM (102.7x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.